1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
